SR: DHL Stormers 24(19), Force 8(3)

The Western Force, in a rare occurrence, will take to the Newlands turf as favourite – looking to record only their second win over the Stormers at the iconic venue.

The Force’s only previous win at Newlands came in 2007. In fact the Force’s last win against the Stormers – home and away – was in 2010. The Force, enjoying their best-ever season, lost just once in their last eight outings – a Round 10 reverse against the Rebels in Melbourne.

Injuries have ravaged the Stormers, but they still do have enough class across the park to ensure the Force are cautious not to fall into a complacency trap.